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The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.
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The Inside Story PodcastHow much disaster aid will the US provide to Venezuela?
Death and destruction after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. The disaster comes just months after U.S. forces abducted the former president. So, how…
The Inside Story PodcastHas Marco Rubio's tour of the Gulf reassured US allies?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has wrapped up his three-day tour of the Gulf. Regional states want a greater say in security--after coming under attack…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy does Israel want to be less dependent on US weapons?
Benjamin Netanyahu says he's grateful to the US for its military aid but that it's time for Israel to build its own weapons-production capacity. The Israeli…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy do the UK's prime ministers keep resigning?
Keir Starmer is the latest to step down, after nearly two years in office. He'd been expected to put an end to the political chaos. So, what went wrong? And…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the US and Iran turn the ceasefire into a permanent peace?
The US and Iran have finished the first round of talks with an agreement on a roadmap to a final deal. But is there enough trust to end the conflict? In this…
The Inside Story PodcastStrait of Hormuz closed again: What happens next?
Iranian armed forces say they've closed the Strait of Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon, just days after an agreement with the U.S. reopen it. Disruption…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's gone wrong so fast for UK PM Keir Starmer?
A landslide win, only two years ago - yet now UK prime minister Keir Starmer's resisting calls to step down. The return to parliament of Andy Burnham makes a…
The Inside Story PodcastHow is the Iran-US agreement being viewed in Israel?
Fury from Israeli ministers over the agreement US President Donald Trump has signed with Iran. And a sharp rebuke in response from his vice president JD Vance…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the Global South have a say in global affairs?
China calls for stronger representation for the Global South. It warns that the international rules-based order is at a critical crossroads. Beijing says it…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Ukraine become an EU member?
Kyiv has just started formal talks to join the bloc. It comes after Moscow declined an offer of direct talks to end the war. So, would membership protect…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat has Iran won and lost from this war?
An agreement between Washington and Tehran has all but ended the Iran war, both claiming victory despite the huge cost. Among that is damage to Iranian…
The Inside Story PodcastCan a social media ban protect young users?
The UK says it's banning access to social media for those under 16. Its government argues it's the right choice to protect young people from online harm. But…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the G7 help resolve global crises as geopolitical realities shift?
The annual G7 summit is set to be held in France. But this time, differences within the group are growing. From tensions in the Middle East to the war in…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does the EU's migration pact mean?
The European Union's new migration pact is now in force,, tightening border controls and overhauling asylum rules. Will it reduce migration to Europe? And what…
The Inside Story PodcastCould Washington and Tehran finally strike a deal?
Donald Trump says a new agreement with Iran is within reach. Tehran insists key issues remain unresolved. So is a deal finally close? What would it mean for…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does a surge in nuclear weapon spendings mean for the future?
The nine countries believed to hold nuclear weapons have spent a record $119bn on their arsenals. The US budget was more than all the others combined…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of the unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?
Turmoil in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. A banned group has been protesting against a court ruling that kept in place legislative representation for Kashmiri…
The Inside Story PodcastHow could the Chinese president's visit to North Korea reshape geopolitics?
Chinese President Xi Jinping visits North Korea. Beijing is Pyongyang's main political and economic backer. Xi has voiced his opposition to what he called…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are racial issues so prominent now in the UK?
Protests in the UK after the release of police video of an 18-year-old stabbing victim handcuffed by officers after his attacker alleged racial abuse. The case…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy the World Is Watching Armenia's Vote
Armenians are voting in pivotal parliamentary elections. With Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan facing pro-Russia rivals, why is the outcome being watched so…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's next for Lebanon after the ceasefire?
The US has announced another ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. But Israeli strikes continue and Hezbollah remains engaged. Can the truce hold, and what…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
The head of the World Health Organization seems confident and says there's hope. But with an already volatile security situation in the region, what are the…
The Inside Story PodcastWill the EU's new migration proposals work?
A proposal to tighten EU migration policy. Negotiators from the European Parliament and Council have provisionally agreed on a new deal. It includes the…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Lebanon such a central issue to Iran?
Lebanon under Israeli attack - while diplomatic efforts continue to end the war in Iran. And with Israel escalating attacks on Hezbollah, Tehran wants any…
The Inside Story PodcastIs the US-backed Gaza peace process in serious danger?
Israel continues killing Palestinians in Gaza and threatens to seize more of the Strip - all in breach of October's ceasefire deal. Attacks go on everyday…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's at stake in Ethiopia's elections?
What's at stake in Ethiopia's elections? The governing party is seeking to cement its power, but in a country embroiled in conflicts and deeply fragmented…
The Inside Story PodcastIs the Russia-Ukraine war entering a new phase?
NATO says it's ready to defend allied territory against Russian attacks. Ukraine warns Moscow is preparing for a major aerial assault, and appeals for more…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's next after scrapping the 'Black Code' in France?
France has repealed a controversial law called Code Noir, or Black Code. It classified people in its colonies as property. But why now? What does it mean for…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's driving anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa?
What's behind the recent anti-migrant protests in South Africa? Thousands of foreign workers are under increasing pressure to leave the country. So, what's…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is Israel ramping up attacks in Lebanon despite a ceasefire?
Israel intensifies its military action in Lebanon, killing and injuring dozens of people, despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Iran insists those attacks must…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Pope Leo's encyclical on AI have an impact on big tech?
In the first keynote policy statement of his papacy, Pope Leo has warned that artificial intelligence must be for the benefit of humanity, not geopolitical or…
The Inside Story PodcastIs a US-Iran deal taking shape?
A possible US-Iran deal to end the conflict is taking shape. While mediators try to bridge some critical divides, Israeli officials are reportedly worried…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat could be the lasting legacy of the US-Israeli war on Iran?
The Iran war has caused the worst energy crisis in history, according to the International Energy Agency. It's been politically unpopular in the US too ahead…
The Inside Story PodcastIs pragmatism replacing ideology in today's diplomatic world?
The US and India are seeking to mend ties after a year of diplomatic see-saw...tariffs imposed then quickly scrapped because of the war in Iran. It's one…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat are the implications of US sanctions in Lebanon?
Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links to…
The Inside Story PodcastDo aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?
Detained and ridiculed by a senior Israeli minister. The mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists has sparked global outrage. They were part of the latest…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat's the significance of Putin's visit to China?
Amplifying an 'unshakeable bond' in a 'turbulent' international situation. Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin hold talks in Beijing: their 40th meeting as…
The Inside Story PodcastDoes Ukraine have the advantage against Russia right now?
A huge attack in the Moscow region and unrelenting strikes on its energy facilities — Ukraine is taking the war deeper into Russia. Russian oil…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Cuba be forced to accept the US president's demands?
Running out of fuel. Cuba is struggling to keep the lights on as the United States ramps up economic pressure and military threats. Washington is now offering…
The Inside Story PodcastWill the new Ebola outbreak in Africa spread?
A global health emergency - the World Health Organisation raises the alarm over a new Ebola outbreak. The virus has killed nearly 90 people in Democratic…
The Inside Story PodcastCan Pakistani violence sabotage a fragile truce between their neighbours?
Recent attacks in Pakistan have killed nearly 50 people, many of them security forces. The Pakistani Taliban says it is behind them. Islamabad accuses Kabul of…
The Inside Story PodcastCould differences over Taiwan lead to conflict between the US and China?
Donald Trump calls his visit to China 'incredible', and Xi Jinping says it was a 'landmark' meeting. But the Chinese president's comments about Taiwan are…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat will be discussed during the Lebanon-Israel negotiations?
As Israeli attacks in Lebanon continue despite a ceasefire, the United States is hosting the third round of talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Eurovision's future under threat because of Israel's participation?
Five nations boycott Eurovision, citing Israel's participation. Their action is against Israel's war in Gaza and allegations of vote manipulation in the song…
The Inside Story PodcastIs there hope for an end to the war in Sudan?
A drone attack on Khartoum's international airport. The UN says such strikes have killed nearly 900 people in Sudan this year. And the conflict between the…
The Inside Story PodcastWho is behind the new wave of violence in eastern DR Congo?
A new wave of violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Attacks by two lesser-known armed groups have killed dozens of people. So, who are…
The Inside Story PodcastCould the Russia-Ukraine war be entering its final phase?
Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the Ukraine war may be over soon. Attacks have been intensifying in recent weeks. Stalemate on the battlefield is…
The Inside Story PodcastHow the Covid-19 pandemic experience could help deal with Hantavirus?
The World Health Organization says public health risks from hantavirus are low. Arrangements are being made to repatriate passengers from a cruise ship, after…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat caused the backlash against UK PM Keir Starmer?
There's been a backlash against UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in local and regional elections across England, Scotland, and Wales, despite a huge…
The Inside Story PodcastCan China help end the Iran war?
China's diplomatic role in the Middle East is under sharp focus, as foreign ministers from Beijing and Tehran meet. It's calling on the US and Iran to reopen…
The Inside Story PodcastWhat does the BJP’s victory in West Bengal mean for India’s democracy?
India's Hindu nationalist BJP sweeps West Bengal, a state governed by the opposition for decades and historically seen as a symbol of secularism. What does…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the Iran war peace talks survive Gulf escalation?
Tension escalates rapidly across the Gulf, despite last month's ceasefire. An oil facility hit in the United Arab Emirates, Iranian boats attacked, while the…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Israel's interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla legal?
Israeli forces detained two activists after stopping the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla off the coast of Greece. It happened in international waters nearly a…
The Inside Story PodcastIs Mali's junta losing control?
An unlikely coalition of armed groups and rebels launches an offensive in Mali. Russian forces backing the military government are forced to withdraw from…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy are maritime laws failing to secure the seas?
Commercial vessels under attack.The blockades by the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global trade.The crisis highlights the danger conflicts…
The Inside Story PodcastWill Pakistan's land trade routes with Iran undermine the US?
Pakistan opens land trade routes to Iran, allowing the transit of goods. It's a much-needed reprieve for both economies. But does it undercut Washington's…
The Inside Story PodcastHow is Israel replicating its Gaza tactics in Lebanon?
Widespread destruction by Israel of houses and civilian facilities in Lebanon, leaving a fifth of the population out of their homes. Israel's defence minister…
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is the UAE withdrawing from OPEC?
The United Arab Emirates quits OPEC. The oil-producing bloc is losing one of its most important members. It comes during the worst global energy crisis of…
The Inside Story PodcastCan the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?
The UN Secretary General has given a dire warning about the waning influence of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). It's being reviewed in the shadow…
The Inside Story PodcastWill elections make a difference to Palestinians living under Israeli occupation?
Palestinians exercising their democratic right to vote. But the municipal elections alienated most factions. The Palestinian Authority's party, Fatah, and its…